On 31 July 2015, tsport performance brand ASICS opened an innovative new performance store in Paris that offers consumers the latest in premium shopping experiences, thanks to a brand new retail design concept and the latest in high-tech shoe selection

Checkpoint Systems, a leading global supplier of merchandise availability solutions for the retail industry, has revealed its new RFID labels that are certified by ARC at the Auburn University RFID Lab for four apparel categories, including footwear, in order to

UK retail sales were down 2.1% on a like-for-like basis from September 2013, when they had increased 0.7% on the preceding year, according to the latest BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor. On a total basis, sales were down 0.8%, against a 2.4%

Technology company, R&D Core, is launching a hi-tech, feet measuring and business analytics device, which it claims will change the face of footwear retailing for consumers and retailers alike. SOLEPAD SYSTEM is said to be the perfect solution for improving

The Clarks Group, the world’s number one non-athletic footwear brand, today announces the appointment of Thomas O’Neill to the role of company chairman to take effect from 6 December 2013. The announcement comes as current chairman, Peter Davies, reaches the end of

Philip Duffy and David Whitehouse from global financial advisory and investment banking firm, Duff & Phelps, were appointed joint administrators of footwear retailer Barratts Shoes on 8 November 2013. The joint administrators are reviewing the company’s financial position whilst seeking a

Retail sales saw the first rise in five months in the year to July 2013, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades Survey. The survey of 60 retailers saw year-on-year high street sales this month grow at a stronger

Click & collect purchases will grow by more than two thirds to be worth over £4bn in 2018, according to a new report from retail analysts Verdict, as consumers continue to place emphasis on convenience. While click & collect growth

Retailers expect sales to pick up next month, after stagnant volumes in the 12 months to June 2013, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades Survey. The survey of 115 firms revealed flat retail sales volumes in the year to

CollectPlus, the largest store-based parcel delivery and returns company, has launched a new partnership with footwear retailer Schuh. The initiative will see Schuh join a rapidly expanding network of retailers in the UK currently using CollectPlus. The partnership with CollectPlus

Retailers saw sales volumes remain flat in April, defying expectations of growth, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades Survey. The survey, which had 62 respondents from the retail sector, saw little support to sales growth from the Easter

Department stores are flourishing in China despite increasing competition from other formats and channels, according to new research from Mintel. Reflecting the increased wealth of Chinese consumers, and the increased disposable income this has brought with it, Mintel’s research reveals

Industry body, the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT), reports it has secured continued funding for emerging UK fashion, textile and footwear companies who want to grow their businesses in key markets. UKFT said it has been working closely with

High street sales rose in April compared with a year ago but the pace of growth remains subdued, the CBI said today. Its latest Distributive Trades Survey, for the two weeks from 30 March, found 45% of retailers saw the

Clothing and footwear has sold well in November with cold weather driving boots, woollens and coat sales, according to Barry Knight, head of retail at Grant Thornton UK LLP. Commenting on the latest monthly retail sales figures from the Office